2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 331 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3. 2006 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | A3 | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |